St Elizabeth has suffered significant infrastructural damage from Hurricane Melissa, including hits to essential buildings like hospitals and police stations. “I can tell you the parish of St Elizabeth is under water, the damage to St Elizabeth is extensive based on what we have seen, sections of Clarendon are also experiencing conditions,” Minister of Local Government, Desmond McKenzie, said. https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2025/10/28/eyeonmelissa-st-elizabth-water-mckenzie/ | The Jamaica Obser

Jamaica’s Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness has suggested that Caribbean leaders must respond to the ongoing crisis in Cuba with “clarity and courage.” Further, Holness says Jamaica supports “constructive dialogue” between Cuba and the United States (US) “aimed at de-escalation, reform and stability.” Read more: https://jamaica-gleaner.com/article/news/20260224/holness-urges-caricom-leaders-approach-cuban-crisis-clarity-and-courage #GLNRToday | Jamaica Gleaner